Fire Protection Engineer

Department of Energy Headquarters; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Energy Headquarters in Washington, DC seeks a Fire Protection Engineer to serve as the recognized expert in fire protection, life safety, risk management, and business continuity. You will manage all elements of the HQ fire protection program and act as the system owner for alarms, sprinklers, and other life safety systems.

You will prepare, evaluate, and approve drawings and specs to ensure NFPA compliance, resolve life safety issues with AHJs, and lead training, surveys, and

Qualifications

• Expert in fire protection and life safety programs for large facilities.
• Ability to coordinate with AHJs and ensure NFPA compliant plans.
• Experience leading risk assessments and emergency planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the fire protection and life safety programs for DOE Headquarters.
• Act as the system owner for fire alarms, sprinklers, and life safety systems.
• Prepare and approve facility drawings and technical specs per NFPA codes.
• Resolve life safety issues with AHJ and advise senior management.
• Design fire safety training and lead occupant emergency planning.
• Lead building surveys and fire safety investigations to identify hazards.

Skills

Fire protection

Life safety

Risk management

Emergency planning

Tools

NFPA codes

Facility drawings

AHJ coordination

Job description

Open: September 15, 2026 — Closes: September 21, 2026

Summary

This position is part of the Office of Management, Department of Energy. As a Fire Protection Engineer, you will serve as the recognized expert and authority in fire protection engineering, life safety, risk management, and business continuity.

Major Duties

The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions. The Office of Management office works to deliver corporate support, leadership, and oversight at the Department of Energy for a wide range of management, procurement, and administrative functions. Key areas of responsibility include contract and financial assistance management; property; corporate policies and authorities. MA also ensures the smooth operation of the DOE Headquarters through essential administrative, facility, and employee services. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy As a Fire Protection Engineer, you will: Develop and manage all elements of the fire protection and life safety programs for Department of Energy (DOE) Headquarters, serving as the primary expert and authority. Act as the official "system owner" for headquarters' fire alarms, sprinklers, and other life safety systems, providing expert technical direction for their modification, replacement, or addition. Prepare, evaluate, and approve facility drawings, construction plans, and technical specifications to ensure full compliance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes and other regulations. Resolve complex or controversial life safety issues with the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and provides authoritative advice to senior management. Design and conduct fire safety training programs, lead awareness campaigns, and coordinate Occupant Emergency Plans. Lead multidisciplinary teams in conducting building surveys and fire safety investigations to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and confirm that deficiencies are corrected.